Interview with Model Magdalene Groves

Mar 3, 2016

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Magdalene Groves is an American model who hails from Texas. As she’ll soon share, modeling has offered her up a world of opportunities, which means her travels have brought her to many destinations – from beaches to New York City to South Africa.

Additionally, she has modeled for alice + olivia by Stacey Bendet, can be seen drinking raw juice and even enjoying The Hamptons. Check. Check. And, check!

Now, onto the interview!

MalenDyer: How did you get your start in modeling?Magdalene Groves: I first started modeling after being scouted on the soccer field.

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MD: If you weren’t a model, what would we find you doing?MG: If I was not modeling, you could find me as an event planner, specifically weddings.

MD: Tea or coffee?MG: I prefer tea over coffee, no sugar. Rooibos tea with honey is my favorite.Photo: magdalenegroves/instagram

MD: Where is your favorite place you have visited?MG: My favorite place I have visited so far would have to be Tokyo, Japan.

MD: How do you prepare for a long flight?MG: Before a long flight, I drink even more water than usual and pack my favorite snacks, comfortable clothes, headphones, a sleeping mask and ear plugs.

Photo: magdalenegroves/instagram

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MD: As you are often in New York City, what’s your favorite restaurant?MG: My favorite restaurant in NYC is currently a small dumpling spot at 100 Mott Street.

MD: What does modeling offer you?MG: Modeling offers me a lifestyle of travel. I have been able to live in different countries for as long as two months or as short as two days.

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MD: Who inspires you? Why.MG: My inspiration would be my family. They are hard working people who know how to love well and have fun.

MD: How do you like to spend your downtime?MG: I spend my downtime with family and friends, most likely cooking dinner, lounging, seeing a movie, checking out small music venues, seeing a play or catching some stand up comedy.

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MD: What would we find you reading or listening to right now?MG: I am currently reading a memoir called, “Love, Life and Elephants,” and I listen to Ben Howard almost everyday.